Fiat Cinquecento Sporting 3d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Sporty looks and cheap.
Costs
Parts can be expensive, but fuel consumption to performance ratio is superb.
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On the road
Driving
Go-Kart handling. Superb acceleration for engine size. Good fun.
Performance
Top-end speed is noisy, but can pull away well.
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Living with it
Reliability
So far no problems with reliability, except flexible hose which was expensive.
Image
Good standard looks, but needs to be smoothed out with body kit and spoilers.
Comfort
Hard drive, especially over speed bumps, but adds to feel. Seats are superb.
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Security and Service
Security
Locks are not enough for the look. Immobiliser is good - needs full alarm for full protection.
Service
Expensive idiots.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Exhaust centre piece.
Other
Rear windscreen smashed 'cos of dodgy rear windscreen heating. Rear drums stick. Central locking.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes